The inaugural Joint Commission meeting between India and Algeria took place in New Delhi on May 05, 2026
The two sides discussed areas of mutual interest in training, military exercise, medical cooperation, and defence industries
Both countries agreed to further expand defence cooperation activities
They signed Rules of Procedure responsible for overseeing the implementation of India-Algeria defence cooperation
The Rules of Procedure will work as a guiding framework for Joint Commission meetings
The meeting was co-chaired by Joint Secretary (International Cooperation) Shri Amitabh Prasad and Chief of Staff of the Naval Forces, Algeria Maj Gen Kaid Nour Eddine
The Indian delegation comprised officers from three Services, HQ Integrated Defence Staff, Department of Defence Production, DRDO, Armed Forces Medical Services, and Ministry of External Affairs
Defence relationship gained momentum since signing of a Defence MoU in 2024
The visit marks a pivotal step in India-Algeria defence relations
Maj Gen Kaid Nour Eddine laid a wreath at the National War Memorial, New Delhi and paid homage to fallen heroes
The Algerian delegation will interact with defence industries during the visit
